Michel Legrand - Eva (LP)
- LP
- 1 piece(s)
- 2021
- 18 tracks
- 33 min
- french jazz
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Joseph Losey's first choice for a composer for his film "Eva" was Miles Davis. That didn't happen, but his second choice, and a friend of Miles, Michel Legrand, did a magnificent score to the film. Legrand makes large gestures within his arrangements. There are usually other melodies within the big melody, and it's very much like an overactive mind at work. This 1962 film, starring Jeanne Moreau, is a seductive tale of seduction and desire, which makes it a perfect canvas for Legrand to work his magic on. I first discovered the soundtrack through the medium of the CD, and it was issued and made in Japan. I bought my copy at a Shibuya swanky pop-up shop within the Paco shopping complex in Tokyo. Legrand and Tokyo is a good fit, as well as, of course, Paris. There's two Billie Holiday cuts here as well. "Loveless Love" and "Willow Weep For Me." It fits the mood of the film, but also a nice little treat in the Legrand world. This release is a limited edition of 500. Not impossible to find, but not the easiest as well. Doxy Cinematic is a very interesting label, that focuses on soundtrack music that has fallen in the cracks of copyright issues. Often being a limited release is a technique to get through any legal issues. Nevertheless, Doxy does great reissues or even albums that technically exist such as "Eva." I believe the soundtrack came out in 1962 as a 7" EP release. And as I mentioned before, Legrand is always a treat. - Tosh Berman
Initially, Joseph Losey wanted Miles Davis to compose the music for his movie "Eva." That didn't pan out, but his next pick, Miles' buddy Michel Legrand, crafted a stunning score for the film. Legrand's arrangements are grand and sweeping, often featuring smaller melodies nestled within the main one, much like an overactive mind at work. This 1962 film, with Jeanne Moreau, is a sultry tale of seduction and longing, providing Legrand with the perfect backdrop to weave his magic. I first encountered the soundtrack on CD, a Japanese release that I picked up at a chic pop-up shop in Shibuya's Paco complex in Tokyo. Legrand and Tokyo make a great pair, just like Paris, of course. There are also two Billie Holiday tracks here: "Loveless Love" and "Willow Weep For Me." They fit the film's mood and serve as a delightful bonus in Legrand's world. This release is a limited edition of 500 copies. It's not impossible to find, but it's not a piece of cake either. Doxy Cinematic is a fascinating label that focuses on soundtrack music often overlooked due to copyright issues. Limited releases can sometimes help navigate legal hurdles. Despite that, Doxy does fantastic reissues or even albums that technically exist, like "Eva." I think the original soundtrack came out in 1962 as a 7" EP. And as I said before, Legrand is always a delight. - Tosh Berman
For his movie "Eva," Joseph Losey initially wanted Miles Davis to compose the score. That didn't pan out, but his next pick, and a buddy of Miles', Michel Legrand, crafted a stunning soundtrack for the film. Legrand's arrangements are bold and sweeping. You'll usually find smaller melodies tucked within the main tune, much like the workings of a restless mind. This 1962 film, starring Jeanne Moreau, is a captivating story of seduction and longing, providing Legrand with the ideal backdrop to weave his magic. I first encountered the soundtrack on CD, a Japanese release. I picked up my copy at a chic pop-up shop in Shibuya, nestled within the Paco complex in Tokyo. Legrand and Tokyo make a great pair, just like Paris, of course. There are also two Billie Holiday tracks here: "Loveless Love" and "Willow Weep For Me." They suit the film's atmosphere and serve as a delightful bonus in Legrand's world. This release is a limited edition of 500 copies. It's not impossible to find, but it's not a breeze either. Doxy Cinematic is a fascinating label that focuses on soundtrack music often overlooked due to copyright issues. Limited releases are often their way of navigating legal hurdles. Despite that, Doxy delivers fantastic reissues or even albums that technically exist, like "Eva." I think the soundtrack originally came out in 1962 as a 7" EP. And as I've said before, Legrand is always a delight. - Tosh Berman
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